Solwan
Solwan is a village located in Varla tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Varla (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Solwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Solwan unique in its vibrant Varla-Barwani region. You’ll see Solwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Solwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Solwan is 478655. The village spans a total geographical area of 1537.37 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Solwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Solwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Solwan
Population of Solwan
According to the 2011 Census, Solwan has a total population of about 5,729, with approximately 2,873 males and 2,856 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 615 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,996. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.78%, with male literacy at about 30.42% and female literacy near 23.11%. There are around 935 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Solwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,729 | 2,873 | 2,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,224 | 623 | 601 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 326 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,996 | 2,483 | 2,513 |
| Literate Population | 1,534 | 874 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,195 | 1,999 | 2,196 |
Connectivity of Solwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Solwan. As per the 2011 stats, Solwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Solwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Solwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Solwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Solwan
- Where is Solwan located?
- Solwan village is situated in Varla Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Solwan?
- Solwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Solwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Solwan is 5,729, with 2,873 males and 2,856 females.
- How many households are there in Solwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Solwan village has a total of 935 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Solwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Solwan is 26.78%. The male literacy rate is 30.42%, while the female literacy rate is 23.11%.